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Dystopias as Critical Warnings
- Dystopias prompt critical reflection on present society to prevent future outcomes.
- They spur imagination about avoidance of such grim futures rather than desire for them.
Balance Dystopia to Inspire Action
- Effective dystopias must balance negativity with motivation for change.
- Pure despair leads to apathy; critical dystopias inspire political action and resistance.
Taxonomy of Dystopias
- Dystopias can be categorized temporally or thematically by what societal issues they explore.
- Themes include race, technology, governance, and environment, reflecting fears relevant to their time.